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Here is a bit of background info before I get on to showing you my new standing desk and its benefits in hybrid working (that’s for Mr B, not me, I work for myself!) So it’s been two years since I started working for myself full time. Not sure where that time has gone! I gave up my part-time job just before the first lockdown in 2020. I had it all planned out, our spare room was going to be turned into a home office so I would have workspace away from the rest of the house. It’s important for me to separate work from home life. To get that balance and for my mental health. But when everyone had to work from home, my home office went to my husband. He had several zoom meeting calls each day and with the job that he does, it can be confidential. So I lost that room to him. And yes I still haven’t got it back as he now does work from home a few days a week permanently. Being introduced to hybrid working has benefited the job and company he works for.
But what about me? Where do I work?
Well, I work on the kitchen table, the sofa, the garden, coffee shops and occasionally in the car! But what I really need is a desk of my own and now I’m lucky to have a Yo Yo Desk. We have a large living room so decided to put the Yo Yo standing desk in there in front of the window, on the other side to the sofa and TV. I’m not able to work in the home office that we have set up for Mr B, so this is the next best thing. Plus I love looking out the window over my front garden. It’s a really peaceful space. When of course the girls are at school!
Benefits of a Standing Desk
We all know sitting at a desk for long periods of time is not good for you. With your body in that sitting position for long periods of time, it can cause back pain, among other health issues. Also, with balance board for standing desk, it makes working from home healthier and easier. A balance board helps you to stand in a natural position while also engaging your core muscles. This can help improve posture, reduce back pain and increase energy levels. There are many benefits of a standing desk in hybrid working as I’ve mentioned below.
You can move quicker!
There is a fantastic alternative to sitting at your desk and that is standing at your desk. I think it’s a genius idea. For me working at home, I can get to the front door quicker to catch the delivery drivers before they scarper! A fantastic benefit for me or the husband when we are hard at work at home. No more missed deliveries! It also enables us to run after the kids easier and you don’t feel stuck in one place.
Easier to think – better for your mental health
OK, so this might be a strange benefit of a standing desk, but if I’m on my feet I can think easier. You move around, do a little dance on the spot, and get the creative juices flowing!
Better Leg Circulation
While you are standing at your desk on the Yo Yo Mat your feet will feel like they are on air! The anti-fatigue mat will help your circulation in the legs and helps to reduce the pressure on your feet. A great benefit for the health of your legs.
Leg Stretches
Take a few minutes every so often to stretch your legs out. Really easy to do while standing at your desk! This will ensure you have greater movement and a much better posture than if you were sitting for long periods of time.
Improve Breathing
Sitting over a desk doesn’t do you any good for your breathing techniques in and out. To make sure you get enough air into your lungs you need to be standing, this ensures your lungs and chest are fully expanded.
Reduce the Risk of Poor Health
Standing on your feet and moving your body is better for your health than sitting down with a poor posture. This makes complete sense to all of us. Sitting for prolonged periods of time over weeks/months/years increases your risk of certain ailments such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, cholesterol problems, back pains, some cancers, and depression.
Overall Thoughts on the Standing Desk
We have both been using the standing desk for a couple of weeks now and absolutely love it! It was easy to put together with the instructions provided. The quality and finish of the item are of excellent workmanship. I adore the timber desktop with the black frame, it’s super stylish and very sturdy! With the silent motor, it’s easy to move the desk height up and down to suit our needs as and when.
Show your boss this post, on the benefits of a standing desk in hybrid working and get him to get you one at work. So you will feel the benefits there and at home – a healthy work balance all week long!